Dry Eye Syndrome or Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Dry Eye Syndrome (DES) and Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (KCS) are often used interchangeably, but there are some differences in usage: 1.…
Prothrombin Time (PT) Test
A prothrombin time (PT) test uses blood samples to measure how quickly patient’s blood coagulates (forms a clot). Prothrombin blood…
Hysteroscopy
Hysteroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure for viewing the inside of the uterus. Hysteroscopy can be performed by inserting…
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) or sexually transmitted infections are infections or conditions that one can get from any kind of…
Reactive Arthritis
Reactive arthritis is a type of arthritis that an infection in the body can trigger. Most commonly, a sexually transmitted…
Cracked Heals
Cracked Heals or Dead Skin…Rough, dry, or hard skin on feet can be unpleasant for both tactile and visual senses.…
Varicella Zoster
The chickenpox virus causes all forms of shingles. This virus is known as varicella zoster virus (VZV). If a person…
Xerostomia
Xerostomia (dry mouth) is the sensation one may feel when he/she doesn’t have enough saliva. The salivary glands in our…